According to recent reports and user experiences, posting reviews on the Google Play Store may no longer require a Google+ account. This development comes as no surprise, given the gradual separation of Google's services from its social networking platform.
The change is likely to be met with relief by many users who have expressed frustration with Google+. While some tech enthusiasts and professionals have found value in the platform, others have been vocal about their dislike for it. In fact, a significant portion of Android Police readers and users have opted out of using Google+, citing its limited appeal.
Interestingly, our readers have reported that after the disappearance of the +1 button from the Play Store, they were able to post reviews without linking their accounts to Google+. This suggests that the two events may be connected, reflecting a broader trend towards separating Google's services.
Google has been working to detach Google+ from its other products and features. In July 2022, the company began disentangling YouTube comments from Google+, followed by the removal of the Google+ requirement for Play Games in February this year. The disappearance of the +1 button is another example of this trend.
If you don't have a Google+ account linked to your Gmail, we'd love to hear about your experience posting reviews on the Google Play Store. Have things changed for the better?
Thanks: Marko and Jair